Why are scientists talking about cicadas and COVID-19?

Limiting the spread with these tiny spikes.

Anna Mensch

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Photo by Dale Staton on Unsplash

When you think about cicadas, I’m sure you think about the loud screeching sound that this bug makes on a hot summer’s day. What you probably don’t know is that the cicada’s wings are self-cleaning and excellent at preventing microbial infections.

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